Ronald H. Pride Sr.

A Rock Hill, S.C., native, and Hampton resident for over 60 years, he was a founding member of Providence Baptist Church, Newport News, where he served faithfully as a trustee, treasurer and Sunday school superintendent. He earned a bachelor's degree from S.C. State College and continued his education through graduate studies at Atlanta University. He retired as a supervisor of the U.S. Postal Service after 37 years of service (22 years as a letter carrier). He barbered for over 50 years and was owner of Pride's Barber Shop.

A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 5, at Providence Baptist Church with the Rev. James J. Gray officiating. Burial will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens. Viewing will be from 1 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home and two hours prior to the service at the church on Friday. Family and friends will be received at 706 Maryland Ave., Hampton, and will assemble at the address by noon.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Providence Baptist Church Missionary Society, 1331 30th Street, Newport News, VA 23607.